MRI Advanced Radiographer

Job description

Job summary

MRI Advanced Radiographer

Department: Imaging

Band 7, £49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata

Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Are you an experienced and motivated MRI Radiographer ready to take the next step in your career?Join our dynamic and expanding Imaging Department at Milton Keynes University Hospital, where innovation, teamwork, and patient-centred care are at the heart of everything we do.

'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'

Interview date: 09 September 2026

Main duties of the job

As an Advanced MRI Radiographer, you'll play a key role in delivering a high-quality diagnostic service across our modern MRI facilities - including two Siemens 1.5T scanners at the main hospital site and a GE 1.5T Voyager at our Community Diagnostic Centre. With a new state-of-the-art Imaging Scanning Centre, this is an exciting time to be part of our growing service.You'll carry out a wide range of MRI examinations, including neuro, musculoskeletal, angiography, and dynamic studies, while ensuring the highest clinical standards and excellent patient care. The role also includes participation in the on-call rota for spinal emergencies.We are looking for a radiographer who is:o Passionate about exceptional patient care and service deliveryo Keen to develop advanced MRI and cross-sectional imaging skillso Confident mentoring students and junior colleagueso Committed to CPD and the Trust's core values Care, Collaborate, Communicate, ContributeYou will join a vibrant, friendly, and inclusive team within a forward-thinking department that actively supports professional growth and development.Be part of our journey and help shape the future of our advanced MRI service at Milton Keynes University Hospital.

About us

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.

Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

NHS Staff Survey: Our Compassionate Culture and Leadership scores reflect a workplace where kindness, respect, and empathy are the normnot the exception.

To independently undertake a wide range of MRI procedures, ensuring high professional standards of technical competence and patient care are maintained at all times.

Able to work in an advanced practitioner capacity, with a high degree of autonomy to provide clinical support and advice to other radiographic practitioners.

In complex and challenging clinical situations, use a range of skills and strategies to deal with the issues presented and to lead new practice and service developments.

Please refer to attached Job description for further information.

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouragingdiversity,and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date onceenoughapplications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This isin accordance withthe streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Uponcommencingemploymentwith theTrust,allemployees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions)aresubjectto aprobationary periodlastingaperiod of sixmonthswithanoptiontoextendfor afurther sixmonths toatotalof 12months.

Job description
Job responsibilities

NHS Staff Survey: Our Compassionate Culture and Leadership scores reflect a workplace where kindness, respect, and empathy are the normnot the exception.

To independently undertake a wide range of MRI procedures, ensuring high professional standards of technical competence and patient care are maintained at all times.

Able to work in an advanced practitioner capacity, with a high degree of autonomy to provide clinical support and advice to other radiographic practitioners.

In complex and challenging clinical situations, use a range of skills and strategies to deal with the issues presented and to lead new practice and service developments.

Please refer to attached Job description for further information.

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouragingdiversity,and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date onceenoughapplications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This isin accordance withthe streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Uponcommencingemploymentwith theTrust,allemployees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions)aresubjectto aprobationary periodlastingaperiod of sixmonthswithanoptiontoextendfor afurther sixmonths toatotalof 12months.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent
• Quality Improvement, transformation, and innovation training
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration
• Evidence of a sound level of computer literacy (MS Teams, word, outlook, power point and excel)
• Familiarity with hospital information systems (HIS), radiology information systems (RIS) and picture archiving communications systems (PACS)
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements
• Sound awareness of data protection, freedom of information and confidentiality issues within NHS
• Evidence of keeping informed of the current MR imaging techniques & practices via short courses & study days to underpin knowledge development.
• Knowledge of relevant national imaging standards (e.g., IR(ME)R 2017, IRR '17 and associated codes of practice)

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification in imaging (i.e., MRI)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of an extensive range of MRI procedures
• Significant post qualification experience
• Wide range of General Radiographic experience since graduation
• Experience of taking responsibility for the successful training of a team of radiographers within MRI.
• Experience of the clinical management of an MRI Service.
• Experience of dealing with breakdowns and taking remedial action within MRI

Experience

Essential

• Experience of an extensive range of MRI procedures.
• Significant post qualification experience
• Wide range of General Radiographic experience since graduation.
• Experience of taking responsibility for the successful training of a team of radiographers within MRI.
• Experience of the clinical management of an MRI Service
• Experience of dealing with breakdowns and taking remedial action within MRI

Skills

Essential

• Good organizational and time management skills
• High level of self-motivation and ability to learn and develop.
• Logical approach to decision making and problem solving.
• Ability to work to agreed protocols and standards of good/ best practice.
• Able to write protocols, policies, and procedures in relation to MR service.
• Ability to prioritize own workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team.
• Ability to cope with the physical demands of the role which will include manual support/ lifting of patients and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work using own initiative but also to know when to seek assistance and guidance.
• Proven ability to assess clinical situations & indications and act appropriately (i.e., vetting process).
• Can perform IV cannulation or willing to be trained.

Personal and people development

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness
• Deal calmly and politely with members of hospital staff who are working in areas of extreme pressure
• Interest and willingness in teaching / training less experienced staff & students when in imaging and help attending students in their training and development
• Maintain continued professional development as required by HCPC.
• Patient centered and customer focused
• Aspires to develop leadership and management potential

Communication

Essential

• Good written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Consistently demonstrates a friendly professional attitude and approach in the workplace
• Good empathic skills and the ability to manage issues in a caring, compassionate, and considerate manner.
• Ability to work across disciplines and with a wide range of professional groups
• Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis
• Professional in appearance and conduct

Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent
• Quality Improvement, transformation, and innovation training
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration
• Evidence of a sound level of computer literacy (MS Teams, word, outlook, power point and excel)
• Familiarity with hospital information systems (HIS), radiology information systems (RIS) and picture archiving communications systems (PACS)
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements
• Sound awareness of data protection, freedom of information and confidentiality issues within NHS
• Evidence of keeping informed of the current MR imaging techniques & practices via short courses & study days to underpin knowledge development.
• Knowledge of relevant national imaging standards (e.g., IR(ME)R 2017, IRR '17 and associated codes of practice)

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification in imaging (i.e., MRI)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of an extensive range of MRI procedures
• Significant post qualification experience
• Wide range of General Radiographic experience since graduation
• Experience of taking responsibility for the successful training of a team of radiographers within MRI.
• Experience of the clinical management of an MRI Service.
• Experience of dealing with breakdowns and taking remedial action within MRI

Experience

Essential

• Experience of an extensive range of MRI procedures.
• Significant post qualification experience
• Wide range of General Radiographic experience since graduation.
• Experience of taking responsibility for the successful training of a team of radiographers within MRI.
• Experience of the clinical management of an MRI Service
• Experience of dealing with breakdowns and taking remedial action within MRI

Skills

Essential

• Good organizational and time management skills
• High level of self-motivation and ability to learn and develop.
• Logical approach to decision making and problem solving.
• Ability to work to agreed protocols and standards of good/ best practice.
• Able to write protocols, policies, and procedures in relation to MR service.
• Ability to prioritize own workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team.
• Ability to cope with the physical demands of the role which will include manual support/ lifting of patients and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work using own initiative but also to know when to seek assistance and guidance.
• Proven ability to assess clinical situations & indications and act appropriately (i.e., vetting process).
• Can perform IV cannulation or willing to be trained.

Personal and people development

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness
• Deal calmly and politely with members of hospital staff who are working in areas of extreme pressure
• Interest and willingness in teaching / training less experienced staff & students when in imaging and help attending students in their training and development
• Maintain continued professional development as required by HCPC.
• Patient centered and customer focused
• Aspires to develop leadership and management potential

Communication

Essential

• Good written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Consistently demonstrates a friendly professional attitude and approach in the workplace
• Good empathic skills and the ability to manage issues in a caring, compassionate, and considerate manner.
• Ability to work across disciplines and with a wide range of professional groups
• Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis
• Professional in appearance and conduct

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address

MRI Unit (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

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